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Collects eighteen articles on hockey and its players, coaches, and owners.

Provides profiles of over 120 Hockey Hall of Famers and more than 35 of today's greatest players.

"Fifty-seven incredible stories from hockey's biggest names, greatest characters and unsung heroes Essential reading for every fan, Beauties is a collection of the best stories that players tell each other. Grab a seat with TSN's James Duthie as hockey's finest relive highs, lows and hilarious moments on and off the ice from superstars, journeymen, coaches, referees, broadcasters, agents, and hockey moms and dads. In Beauties, you'll find out: - How Sidney Crosby's most unusual nickname came to be - How Steve Stamkos's dad accidentally stole Steve Yzerman's car - How Paul "Biznasty" Bissonette almost had the Arizona Coyotes kicked out of a Winnipeg hotel on game day - How Wayne Gretzky's greatest one-liner may have turned around the Stanley Cup Final in 1985 - About the night that Hayley Wickenheiser went blind - Why the St. Louis Blues credit Laila Anderson, a brave young girl, for their Stanley Cup win - What Bobby Orr said the first time he saw Connor McDavid play at a rink in Toronto and more!"--Provided by publisher.

"Learn all about the National Hockey League. Discover fascinating facts, from record-breaking stars to winning teams and important positions"--Provided by publisher.

Hockey is a swift, fun game that anyone can learn. The concept is simple: put more pucks in the net than the other team. But it takes a whole team to make that happen. This fast-paced book explains the positions on a hockey team, including goalie, forwards, and defenders. It gives insights into the skills and athleticism that makes a player stand out. Action-packed photographs and in-depth sidebars and fact boxes help fans see hockey from every angle and get ready to hit the ice themselves.

"Learn all about the National Hockey League. Discover . . . facts, from record-breaking stars to winning teams and important positions"--Provided by publisher.

Explore the powerful records set in hockey, including who set them and if they might ever be broken.

Features appealing historic and contemporary images, and mixes informative text with quick-reference infographic charts for statistics buffs for the Boston Bruins.

Whack! When the blade strikes the puck, it's prime time on the ice. From sizzling slap shots to brilliant backhands, experience the wickedest goals from hockey's biggest superstars. These sensational shots were so hot, they practically set the ice on fire!.

Provides a look at some of hockey's greatest moments, from stunning breakaway goals to jaw-dropping saves with only seconds left on the clock.